What's on in August across Carers Link Lancashire! See below for our upcoming events including Knit and Natter, Lottery and Monthly Cafe meetups!

State of Caring survey 2024 is out now. Have your voice heard! The survey will take 20-30 minutes to complete. We know carers are very busy, so we hugely appreciate every response we receive. surveymonkey.com/r/SW8D6XS?utm_…

Things you think we may not accept, but we do: - Prams - Small electricals (at our Haslingden Shop) - Seasonal decorations - Crutches and zimmer frames - Good condition bedding - Fancy dress - Wedding dresses! Drop in during any of our shops opening hours 🛍️

We are looking to appoint a driven & energetic Community Facility Co-ordinator with the skills and knowledge to coordinate the centres community café, shop, garden & information & support hub. For more information, email [email protected] Closes 16th August 2024

Our Carers Cafes in July supported 31 carers! Our Carers Cafe's are by borough, with an additional group in Burnley for Male Carers and in Accrington for Dementia Carers. You can find upcoming dates and all groups at: carerslinklancashire.co.uk/carers-meetups

Come along and get your creative juices flowing with an embroidery session at Carers Link on 19th September. Make a variety of designs for all abilities, with Craft Queen Lynn, in the company of other carers. £5. Materials provided. Call 01254 387444 to reserve your place!

'Unpaid' carer - what does this mean? You ARE an unpaid carer even if you get Carers Allowance or some form of benefit for your caring role; the person doesn't live with you; or you have a paid day job. Register by phone 01254 387444 or email [email protected]

Our next Understanding Dementia Course ⬇️ This 1 day free course develops skills & confidence to support you in your caring role, with opportunities to talk about your experiences with other carers. Lunch provided. BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Email [email protected]

Following on from the success of our first feedback session in Burnley, our next Carers Voice session will be on Tuesday 29th October 1pm - 2pm in Clitheroe! The staff at our next session will be from our Young Carers Team and our ASD Support Officer!

We are now on VINTED! Check out our stunning occasionwear stock on the platform now! You can purchase through Vinted via the App Store, Google Play, or head to our page at vinted.co.uk/member/2220396… Follow our profile on Vinted for alerts when we post new stock!

There is still time to enter our Carers Link Lottery before our draw in September! We have now given away over £1,500 in prizes! Email [email protected] for your entry form! Entry proceeds back into our continued work supporting unpaid carers in East Lancs

Whether you need practical support, signposting, help with your health as well as the person you care for, or to find local support groups, there are many reasons for registering as an unpaid carer. Register by phone 01254 387444 or email [email protected]

When you care about someone, the things you do may seem like the norm for a family member or loved one, or even perhaps a sense of duty. If you need support to continue supporting someone else, register as an unpaid carer with us today via carerslinklancashire.co.uk/register-carer

✏️ It will soon be term time again! Did you know, you can raise FREE donations for us when you shop school supplies such as uniform, shoes, stationery, and much more from any of @GiveasyouLive's 6,000+ top retailers! > giveasyoulive.com/join/carers-li…

The closing date for our Community Facility Coordinator vacancy is this Sunday 1st September! The role will involve leading and being supported by a team of volunteers who will support in the day to day operations of our café, shop, garden & information & support hub ☕️ 🛍️ 🫶

Carers - could you receive our carers magazine by email to go green and allow us to put printing costs towards more support? If we have your email address, you'll now automatically receive your copy by email. If we don't have it and you'd like yours digitally, contact us!

Our first ASD Peer Support Group is THIS THURSDAY! Caring for someone with ASD? Pop to our Accrington Cafe on Blackburn Rd (BB5 1LE) from 10am for a friendly brew. Our ASD Support Officer will be on hand for any questions. Just drop in and make yourself known at the cafe till.

Thinking of running #blackburn10k this December in aid of charity? At Carers Link Lancashire, if you generously choose to run this or any sponsorship-style event, we can pay your entry fee! We also send you a fundraising pack to aid your efforts 🫶 Email us for more information

We had a lovely time on our day trip to Southport earlier this week! Special thanks to Derek, our driver from Hodsons Coaches Clitheroe Ltd! Haven't been on a day trip with us? We have plenty coming up - check our website and our upcoming magazine in the next couple of weeks!

It's easy to feel isolated when you're caring. Make yourself a cuppa and join us for an online chat. Join our session on Monday 16 September, 3-4pm